BENEFITS AND DRAWBACKS OF DISTANCE LEARNING
Keywords:
Online learning, advantages, disadvantages, flexibility, accessibility, self-motivation, technological challenges, blended learning, student engagement, digital resources, virtual classrooms, educational equity, remote education, learning outcomes, adaptability, traditional education, online platforms.Abstract
With the development of modern technologies, online education has become a global trend. This article analyzes the main advantages and disadvantages of distance education. While online education provides convenience, flexibility, and access to a wider range of educational resources, it also presents challenges such as the need for self-motivation, a lack of practical experience, and technical issues. Additionally, the article emphasizes the need to integrate traditional and online education to improve educational effectiveness. It covers the opportunities and challenges of online education comprehensively and offers recommendations for further improvement of the education system in the future.
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